A devastating crash in St. Lawrence County, New York, has left a family shattered and a community mourning after Tammy Brunette-Kaska, 53, lost her life in a violent two-vehicle collision that also injured her husband and three teenagers. The tragic incident occurred on the evening of May 29, 2026, at the intersection of County Route 55 and U.S. Route 11 in the town of Lawrence.
According to authorities, Ricky DeShane, 55, was driving a Chevrolet Traverse northbound on County Route 55 when he allegedly failed to stop at the intersection. Investigators say the vehicle entered the roadway and collided with a Honda CR-V carrying Tammy Brunette-Kaska, her husband Jesse P. Kaska, 49, and three teenage passengers.
The impact struck the passenger side of the Honda, where Tammy was seated. Emergency responders rushed to the scene and transported the victims to nearby medical facilities. Tammy was taken to Canton-Potsdam Hospital, where she later succumbed to her injuries despite medical efforts to save her life.
Jesse Kaska survived the crash and remains hospitalized in stable condition. The three teenagers, ages 14, 16, and 17, suffered serious injuries and were transported to Upstate University Hospital for treatment. Authorities reported that all three were in stable but critical condition following the collision.
The loss of Tammy Brunette-Kaska has deeply affected family members, friends, and community residents who are struggling to comprehend the sudden tragedy. Loved ones are remembering her as a devoted wife, mother, and cherished member of her community whose life touched many people.
As investigators continue examining the circumstances surrounding the crash, many are extending prayers and support to the Kaska family and the injured teenagers. The tragedy serves as a heartbreaking reminder of how quickly lives can be changed in an instant and how one moment on the road can have lasting consequences for countless people. 🕊️💔🙏🏽
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